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This first filmed concert by Raffi illustrates his immense charm. The soft-spoken singer leads his turquoise-clad, four-member band through 20 songs with a rapt audience of kids and parents singing along. Raffi's easy manner and fluid vocals create an atmosphere that is very welcoming to youngsters, easily going from cute songs ("Apples and Bananas") to popular songs ("Day O") to a Spanish number ("De Colores") without ever losing them. The video also captures another key element of Raffi's success--his gaze is always inviting. The songs (also available on CD) include Raffi favorites "Everything Grows" and "Baby Beluga" and lots of standards. A wonderful time for ages 2-10 and adults
After a million sales of his best-selling records, this internationally acclaimed children's entertainer is all yours in concert with an irresistible program -- songs for singing, clapping, and moving -- featuring Raffi's inviting voice, 6-string guitar, and kazoo, supported by an active audience. 45 minutes of singalong fun for you and your loved ones. Singable Songs: - child tested, - for home and school, - great with a peanut-butter sandwich. Includes: Workin' On The Railroad, Baa Baa Black Sheep, Wheels On The Bus, Baby Beluga, Six Little Ducks, Shake My Sillies Out, and much more!